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From the moment they traded for him, it's been clear the Dallas Cowboys have higher expectations from cornerback Kaiir Elam than fans do. A former first-round draft pick that didn't work out for the Buffalo Bills, Elam came labeled as the typical Cowboys' "low-risk, high-reward" bet we see every offseason.

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Osa Odighizuwa learning from Dallas Cowboys' legend this offseason

After a breakout season in 2024, there were concerns among the fan base that Osa Odighizuwa would leave when NFL free agency opened up. That didn't happen as the Dallas Cowboys signed him to a four-year, $80 million extension.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Cowboys named ideal landing spot for surprising pending free agent

The Dallas Cowboys lost an underrated starter this offseason when Jourdan Lewis signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars in free agency. With Lewis gone, they’ve been searching for their next slot cornerback, with DaRon Bland spending time in that role during minicamp.

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The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

How many of the 32 NFL head coaches to at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Brian Schottenheimer News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Cowboys New Era Opens With Major Gesture from Coach To Past Legends

In just six months as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, Brian Schottenheimer is already making a powerful impression—not only on his current roster but also on the legends who built the franchise’s legacy.

Micah Parsons News / A to Z Sports / July 3

'How long can he hold off Micah Parsons?' — Hall of Famer's days on elite list are numbered thanks to Cowboys' superstar

Warren Sapp is undoubtedly one of the greatest players in Tampa Bay Buccaneers history and he's arguably the best interior defensive lineman to ever play the three-technique position.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Still unproven Cowboys player sends simple but telling message that says he's aiming to disrupt the WR room in training camp

One of the most exciting roster battles of Dallas Cowboys training camp will take place in one of the most exciting positions in football: Wide receiver. That's because even though wide receiver was a major need for the team during free agency and the NFL Draft, the depth has always been a strength of the group.

Juanyeh Thomas News / Inside The Star / July 3

Juanyeh Thomas will be a major contributor to the Cowboys defense

When it comes to new names on the Cowboys, Juanyeh Thomas is not one, but he is someone we have been wanting to see growth from the last few years. Now, with Jourdan Lewis in Jaxsonville, he will have his chance, and honestly, his name is going to be called a lot in the secondary this season.

George Pickens News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

George Pickens delivers pointed message to Dallas Cowboys fans

The Dallas Cowboys may not have made a whole lot of noise in free agency, but they certainly swung big on the trade front, acquiring George Pickens in a blockbuster deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Dallas Cowboys warned to start 2-0 this season, or else

The Dallas Cowboys are aiming to bounce back from a rough 7-10 campaign, but the problem is that they are playing in a pretty rugged NFC East division.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / July 3

The real WR battle we should be watching in Training Camp

With the Dallas Cowboys training camp in sight, everyone here at Inside The Star has touched on just pretty much everything there is to talk about. Yet

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Dallas Cowboys 'Mount Rushmore' of 2000s revealed

Dallas Cowboys fans are sick of hearing about how the team has failed to have any postseason success since the 1990s. Ring culture has bled into every sport, and now, younger fans feel like teams are not successful unless they've won a championship.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Dallas Cowboys cheerleader ignites heated debate following Pom Pom TikTok video

The work that goes into being a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader has taken center stage as of late. The popular Netflix series, "America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" has given fans an inside look at their lives, and led to plenty of debate about their working conditions.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Cowboys' backup QB situation could already have a clear cut favorite

The Dallas Cowboys had to lean on backup quarterback Cooper Rush last season after Dak Prescott went down with a serious hamstring injury. Going into 2025, the hope is that Prescott will be back to 100%, and the need for a solid backup will not be necessary.

CeeDee Lamb News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Cowboys’ WR CeeDee Lamb can join elite company as early as Week 1

CeeDee Lamb has been everything the Dallas Cowboys thought he could be when they used their first-round pick in the 2020 NFL draft to add him to their roster.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 3

Dallas Cowboys rookie turning heads in explosive summer workout video

The Dallas Cowboys needed to add some explosive playmaking ability to their offense heading into the 2025 season. And by the looks of things, their decision to draft Texas Longhorns running back Jaydon Blue in Round 5 of the 2025 NFL Draft is going to give them just that.

Dak Prescott News / Inside The Star / July 3